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  • Temi Otedola grabs another movie role

    Temi Otedola grabs another movie role

    EVEN though she is relatively unknown in Nollywood, you can start adding “an actor” to Temi Otedola’s name.

    Niyi Akinmolayan has announced the start of his next movie, “The Man for the Job,” a crime drama that chronicles the adventures of an industrious young man who gets ruffled by the plot of an excessively optimistic startup CEO.

    The movie is written and directed by Akinmolayan, and one of the casts is billionaire Femi Otedola’s daughter. It would be recalled that Temi made her movie debut in Kunle Afolayan’s “Citation” in 2020.

    Her role in “Citation” caught many by surprise, as she was able to interpret her character beyond expectation. People who thought she got the role due to her father’s affluence were forced to eat their words.

    Alibaba, Ini Edo, Uzor Arukwe, Ibrahim Sulaiman and Baba Rex will also play different roles in the upcoming Akinmolayan’s movie.

  • CMS boys celebrate Shonekan

    CMS boys celebrate Shonekan

    BEFORE his death, even though age was catching up with him, Chief Ernest Shonekan never joked with his alma mater, Nigeria’s oldest secondary school, CMS Grammar School, Lagos.

    As a member of the Old Grammarians’ Society (OGS), he lived a life of service and played an active role in guiding the affairs of the society. And instead of mourning him, the society decided to celebrate his greatness.

    On Wednesday, OGS held a service of songs in the school’s hall and it was attended by past and present students. Some of the old boys are now important personalities in the society, yet they were humble enough to rock the school colours – white and blue — to celebrate the late leader.

    The OGS’ President, Olu Vincent, and other executive members put up a great event to appreciate Shonekan for all he did for CMS and Nigeria.

  • Agbani Darego steps out

    Agbani Darego steps out

    MANY guests who attended the first edition of the Future Face Africa (FFA) saw the one-time Miss World, Agbani Darego, for the first time in years.

    Darego has shunned the spotlight for a while now. But for Elizabeth Isiorho’s modeling competition, she made an exception and was also one of the judges.

    It was a night of beauty, style and good music. Tiwa Savage, Rekaado Banks and Ayra Starr were among the top musicians who blew the minds of viewers.

    Tiwa Savage rocked the stage with her music and her stunning outfit designed by Lanre Da Silva, was an eye-turner.

    Da Silva, Darego and the Founder of Glam Brand Agency, Bola Balogun, acted as judges and everyone seemed satisfied with their choice of winners.

    The event, held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos, last Sunday, saw Ana Campos from Angola and Nziza Ken from Rwanda emerge winners in the female and male categories respectively. They won the title of “Africa’s next future face” and received a two-year international modelling contract as well as $5,000 cash prize each.

    The brain behind Future Face Africa, Isiorho, is also the founder of Beth Model Management Africa.

  • What Osinbajo, Gbajabiamila have in common

    What Osinbajo, Gbajabiamila have in common

    LAST Saturday, Igbobi College, a top secondary school in Yaba, Lagos, had her 90th anniversary and fundraising gala dinner. It was refreshing to see two faces at the ceremony –Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo and the Speaker of the National House of Assembly, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila.

    Many don’t know that the two leading politicians graduated from the same secondary school, Igbobi College. They recounted their fond memories at the all-boys school and guests had a good laugh.

    Some guests described Osinbajo, who left the school in 1975, as a good orator but were also surprised at his sense of humour. The speaker also cracked everyone up when he spoke.

    Igbobi College was established by the Anglican and Methodist Churches in 1932. It remains one of the most prestigious colleges in Nigeria.

  • Praise pours in for Amina Smaila

    Praise pours in for Amina Smaila

    THE major challenges most consular offices battle with across the world are delays in responding to applications and unprofessional conducts of staff members. The Nigeria Consulate in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, also has its own fair share of challenges and criticism in the past and recent years.

    But a member of the House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs, Steve Azaiki, visited the consulate recently and spoke highly of the transformation under the leadership of Ambassador Amina Smaila, the Consulate General of Nigeria in Atlanta.

    When Smaila was appointed two years ago, her mission was to change the mindset of people about the Consulate. Considering Azaiki’s praise, it appears she has started making an impact.

    While paying a courtesy visit to the diplomat, the lawmaker insisted that President Muhammadu Buhari made a good choice by appointing her into the position.

    Azaiki said that Smaila had demonstrated her capacity and leadership, adding that her vision for the Consulate and Nigerians in the US was remarkable.

    With almost two decades in the Nigerian Foreign Service and three years spent as the Deputy Director of Nigeria’s Mission to the United Nations in Geneva, Smaila looks like a perfect fit for the position.

  • How Shonekan will be buried

    How Shonekan will be buried

    Details have been released for the burial rites of former Head of Interim National Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan, who passed on January 11.

    Born on May 9, 1936, the Ogun-born statesman died at Evercare Hospital in Lagos. Shonekan was the Interim Head of the Nigerian Government between August 26 and November 17, 1993, when he was ousted in a coup led by late General Sani Abacha.

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    To bid him a final goodbye, a private interment and parade of honour will be held at the Ebony Vaults, Ikoyi, Lagos, on February 4. Shonekan’s lying in state and state funeral service will also be held on February 4. Meanwhile, earlier in the week, February 1 and February 3, service of songs and Christian wake keep/night of tributes will be held respectively.

    Before his appointment by former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, Shonekan was chairman of the United African Company of Nigeria. He joined the United Africa Company of Nigeria in 1964 and rose to become Assistant Legal Adviser. He later became Deputy Adviser and joined the board of directors when he was 40. He became Chairman and Managing Director in 1980.

  • Odumosu retires in style

    Odumosu retires in style

    Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) of Police, Hakeem Odumosu’s retirement might have come as a shock to the public but it seems he had been preparing for the day to take a rest from active police work.

    The immediate past Lagos State Commissioner of Police did not bow out without excitement and fanfare. Odumosu was celebrated at a valedictory event held by the Lagos State government.

    Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Oba Gbolahan Lawal of Iru land, former IGP Musiliu Smith, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos and other top Lagos State officials witnessed the ceremony.

    Odumosu recently attained the rank of AIG. He joined the police force on March 3, 1990, and served for 32 years. His retirement paved way for the appointment Abiodun Alabi, who was previously Commissioner of Police of Bauchi State.

  • Adebutu puts smile on wife’s face

    Adebutu puts smile on wife’s face

    SIR Kensington Adebutu, better known as Baba Ijebu, was fully on ground on Sunday, January 23, when his wife, Yeye Koforowola Adebutu, opened Dualfol Mall in Lekki Lagos.

    The grand opening also attracted society persons such as the First Lady of Ogun State – Bamidele Abiodun, Folashade Okoya, Honorable Oladipupo Adebutu and a host of others.

    Koforowola used the occasion to appreciate Chief Adebutu for his love, support and care.

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    Some of the highlights of the ceremony were prayers from Bishop Gboyega Ohu, a ribbon-cutting to officially open the mall and a tour of the mall.

    The two storey-building mall has 15 stores, including Koftop Ventures, Ankara Dynasty, House of Rev clothes, The Signature Cakes, Nicole and Giovanni, Royalglitz Beauty Hub and Essence de Beaute.

    Koforoworola has a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from the Olabisi Onabanjo University. She is the owner of Koftop Luxury where she sells fabrics and shoes.

  • Oniru, wife spend time with Ooni

    Oniru, wife spend time with Ooni

    THE Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi’s hospitality is reputed to be second to none and he is always willing to receive friends, followers and lovers of the ancient kingdom.

    The Oniru of Iru land, Lagos, Oba Gbolahan Lawal and his wife, Olori Mariam, were recent recipients of his lovely and hospitality gestures.

    Sharing his experience with followers on Instagram, Oniru said he was thrilled as he toured the ancient palace’s arts and relics of Oduduwa – the progenitor of the Yoruba race.

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    He said: “It was a convergence of noble heritage, rich culture, riveting pomp and pageantry when Olori and I paid a royal courtesy visit to His Imperial Majesty Oonirisa Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi of the Source.

    “In his comments about my royal visit, His Imperial Majesty referenced the lineage of Oniru to Olofin, a direct descendant of Oduduwa.”

    Oniru, who was also accompanied by his chiefs, said he had fruitful discussions with the Ooni on common interest issues and agreed on the need to promote unity among Nigerians as well as improving security within their domains.

  • What Momodu said about late Adeniran-Ogunsanya

    What Momodu said about late Adeniran-Ogunsanya

    ALTHOUGH the final curtain has fallen for Princess Aderenle Adeniran-Ogunsanya, she will be remembered for long, as she represented many things to many people in Nigeria and across the world.

    The passing of the former Secretary to the Lagos State Government was announced on Tuesday, January 25, after she suffered a brief illness.

    Since the news broke out, friends, associates and well-wishers have been paying tributes to the 74-year-old politician.

    In his tribute message, the publisher of Ovation International magazine, Dele Momodu, described her as a kind woman who suffered many times for being loyal to a fault.

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    He stated: “Who are we to challenge God! You were kind to anyone who was privileged to know you. You suffered many times for being loyal to a fault. You were uncompromising and brave in the face of intimidation and oppression. You loved Lagos with every droplet of blood in your body. You cared for the underprivileged. You starved to send other people’s children to school. You were badly treated for the principles you held dear to your heart. You supported my dreams and I am eternally grateful. I didn’t know it was a final goodbye when I visited you Sundays ago…”

    Adeniran-Ogunsanya, who was married to a dental surgeon, Adeniyan Adeniji, started her career as a development assistant at Shell Petroleum Development Company. She later joined politics and became constituency chairperson for the United Nigeria Congress Party (UNCP), Eti-Osa. She also held the same position when she joined the then All People’s Party (APP).